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50 Pounds 15th Hijrah Century; Copper-gilt Piedfort

1400 (1979) year
Gold plated copper (copper gilt) - -
Description
Issuer
Sudan
Period
Democratic Republic (1969-1985)
Type
Pattern
Year
1400 (1979)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
50 Pounds (50&nbspSDP)
Currency
First pound (1956-1992)
Composition
Gold plated copper (copper gilt)
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
8 June 1992
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#114576
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Arabic

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 50 Pounds (15th Hijrah Century; Copper-gilt Piedfort) 1400 (1979) from Sudan made of Gold plated copper (copper gilt) is that it features a unique blend of Islamic and African design elements. The coin's obverse side features the Sudanese coat of arms, which includes a shield with a crescent moon and a five-pointed star, symbols of Islam, surrounded by two falcons. The reverse side features a stylized representation of a traditional African hut, surrounded by palm trees and a crescent moon, which represents the country's rich cultural heritage. This blend of Islamic and African elements makes the coin a distinctive and fascinating piece of numismatic history.